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Champion Pet Foods Inventory & Material Replenishment Manager in Acheson, Alberta
Description
Changing the World, One Kibble at a Time
Champion Petfoods is expanding! We are excited to announce we are looking for an Inventory & Material Replenishment Manager to join our rapidly growing company.
Champion Petfoods is an award-winning pet food crafter with a reputation of trust spanning 35+ years. From our humble beginnings, founded in a small town in Alberta, Canada, Champion – with its ORIJEN® and ACANA® brands – is a key player in the global premium pet food industry. Our purpose, To Earn Pet Lover Trust Every Day so Pets Thrive for a Lifetime , provides the foundation for our highest aspirations as a company. Being a partner to the communities that surround us – and the environment that sustains us – are top priorities.
We would love to hear from you if you are passionate about personal and professional growth and see yourself as a key player contributing to our continued success as an award-winning company.
Here’s the scoop - Summary
The Inventory and Material Replenishment Manager is responsible for leading a team of Materials Coordinators and overseeing the efficient management and replenishment of inventory and materials across the supply chain. This role involves monitoring stock levels, analyzing inventory data, coordinating with suppliers, and ensuring that material supply meets production or operational requirements while avoiding overstock and stockouts. The ideal candidate will understand inventory control, demand forecasting, and supply chain processes.
The successful candidate will work out of our state-of-the-art Kitchen in Acheson, Alberta and report to the Global Director of Distribution and Logistics.
What a typical day looks like
Set a clear vision for the team, define success, and provide clear prioritization.
Attract, mentor, and develop a high-performing, diverse team.
Drive winning results by allocating time and resources to the most important things, making fast data-driven decisions, and taking extreme ownership of outcomes.
Inventory Management: Manage and track inventory levels, ensuring materials are available to meet demand without creating excess stock.
Material Replenishment: Develop and implement strategies for timely material replenishment based on demand forecasts, production schedules, and historical trends.
Supplier Coordination: Collaborate with suppliers to ensure timely, cost-effective delivery of materials and maintain strong vendor relationships.
Forecasting & Demand Planning: Analyze historical sales and inventory data to forecast future demand, adjusting inventory levels as necessary.
Order Management: Oversee the ordering process for raw materials, finished goods, and other inventory items to ensure timely order placement and avoid stockouts.
Reporting & Analysis: Generate and present reports on inventory levels, stock turnover, order status, and material replenishment. Identify trends and provide actionable insights to improve processes.
Process Improvement: Continuously assess inventory and replenishment processes for efficiency, proposing and implementing improvements to optimize costs and inventory turnover.
Stock Audits: Lead and participate in periodic inventory counts and audits to ensure accuracy and resolve discrepancies.
Cross-Department Collaboration: Coordinate with procurement, production, and logistics teams to ensure seamless material flows.
Compliance: Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and industry regulations related to inventory control and materials management.
Troubleshooting & Problem-Solving: Address supply chain disruptions or inventory-related issues promptly to minimize operational impact.
What you'll bring
Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Logistics, or a related field. Relevant certifications (e.g., APICS, CIPS) are a plus.
8+ years of experience in inventory management, material replenishment, or supply chain operations. Experience in the CPG (Consumer Packaged Goods) industry is an asset.
3-5 years of experience leading teams and empowering frontline accountability of actions, roles and responsibilities.
Strong proficiency with inventory management software (e.g., M3, SAP, Oracle, NetSuite).
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
Strong communication and negotiation abilities.
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
High attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
Ability to forecast demand and adjust inventory levels based on data insights.
Strong capacity to analyze inventory reports and make data-driven decisions.
Familiarity with supply chain management principles and best practices.
Travel: Ability to travel for 2-3 weeks per quarter.
What can you expect from Champion?
Safety: a strong commitment to ensure all people are provided with a safe, healthy and respectful environment.
Earnings: Competitive Wages that give financial peace of mind, RRSP with Company, and donation matching.
Industry Competitive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision and Employee Assistance Programs to meet your individual or family needs.
Continuing Education: In House & Online Learning & Development, as well as an Education Assistance Program.
Quality: a dedication to uphold the highest standards of authenticity, nutritional integrity, and food safety, to earn the trust of Pet Lovers everywhere.
Other Perks: Free Bag of Premium Pet Food each month, Free Parking and more!
What are you waiting for? Join the pack!
Come as you are.
We value diversity in all forms and know the power it can bring. Workplace equality allows for creative ideas to bloom, diverse points of views to be heard, and increases overall happiness. That sounds pretty good to us.
Champion is an equal opportunity employer. Regardless of your race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, veteran status, or any other creed, you are wanted here.
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